AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoClean Water Act Fight: The Center for Food Safety sued Seattle-based Pacific Seafood over alleged Clean Water Act violations at its Hood Canal shellfish hatchery, saying the facility has been in “near continuous violation” and repeatedly missed permit monitoring. EV Rebates: California launched “My First EV” rebates for first-time buyers—$3,500 for new EVs under $50,000 and $1,750 for used EVs under $25,000—aimed at replacing lost federal incentives. Repair Instead of Replace: A new Community Repair Hub tool helps people find local fix-it events, targeting waste from discarded items and hazardous e-waste. Air Quality/Emissions: Reports say a Marathon El Paso refinery released harmful gases after a process upset, including 1,3-butadiene, propylene and sulfur dioxide, following a flare-related shutdown. Heat & Drought Impacts: North Dakota is seeing “flash drought” conditions, with more than half the state now in drought, while fishing restrictions expand in the West as record heat warms rivers and threatens trout. Water Security: Separate reporting highlights ongoing concerns about cyberattacks targeting U.S. water systems.
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